Iran's Mehr news agency has confirmed reports of explosions being heard in the Bandar Abbas area, near the Strait of Hormuz, according to Israeli security analysts. The cause of the blasts and any damage or casualties have not yet been reported. The Zioneer has reported on multiple similar incidents in southern Iran in recent weeks.
Iran's Mehr news agency has confirmed that explosions were heard in the Bandar Abbas area, near the Strait of Hormuz, according to Israeli security analysts monitoring Iranian media. The confirmation comes after reports on social media and local channels earlier Wednesday evening.
The Zioneer has reported on multiple similar incidents in southern Iran over recent weeks. On June 28, fresh explosions were reported in southern Iran, with local sources citing security analyst Yair Goldblatt. On June 24, explosions were reported in Bandar Abbas for the second time that night. Earlier in June, the IRGC said it was investigating explosions in southern Iran (June 11), and state media confirmed blasts near Abyek west of Tehran (June 11). The series of reports have drawn attention to Iranian air defense activity and possible external strikes.
The cause of the latest explosions, and any damage or casualties, remain unconfirmed. No group has claimed responsibility. The Iranian state broadcaster has not issued additional details.
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Source and signal
- Internal intake